Machine Operators for hire in Charleston, WV

Find machine operators who can efficiently operate and maintain various heavy machinery, ensuring safety and precision in tasks like construction, manufacturing or transportation. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Charleston, WV to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    603

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills
    9%
    Heavy Lifting
    7%
    Organizational Skills
    7%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    90%
    Vocational or technical training
    7%
    Associate's degree
    2%
  • Years of experience

    3-5 years
    30%
    6-10 years
    30%
    More than 10 years
    30%
  • Current company

    • Gestamp
    • Toyota Motor Manufacturing
    • Brenntag Mid-South
  • Time at current job

    1-2 years
    50%
    Less than a year
    33%
    2-5 years
    17%

Browse Indeed's database of 603 profiles for Machine Operators in Charleston, WV

Last updated: Nov 2, 2026

Machine Operator: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Charleston, WV: $63,165 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $35,285 – $113,072 yearly
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  • Machine Operator

    Charleston, West Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    Passenger EndorsementDriver's LicenseForklift Certification

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingLeadershipAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills
  • Machine Operator

    Charleston, West Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseOSHA 10Forklift CertificationPallet Jack Certification

    Skills

    Business BasicAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementHeavy Lifting
  • Production Manager

    Charleston, West Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    ForkliftDriver's LicenseOSHA 10TrainingForklift CertificationLift Truck

    Skills

    Mechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsMolding (Production Process)
  • Operator

    Charleston, West Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseCPRForklift CertificationPallet Jack Certification

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsPackagingUnloadingLoadingLoad & Unload
  • Machine Operator

    Charleston, West Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseForklift Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsLift TruckForkliftConstruction Industry ExperienceConstruction ExperienceWarehouse Experience
  • Material handler, machine operator assistant

    Elkview, West Virginia

    Licenses & certifications

    Class DDriver's LicenseForklift Certification

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingGeneral Freight TransportationFreightUnloadingLoadingLoad & Unload

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What's the average time to fill a machine operator role?

The average time to fill a machine operator role is 73 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do machine operators tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a machine operator include: communication skills, heavy lifting and organizational skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for machine operators?

Common licenses or certifications for machine operators include: Driver's License, Forklift Certification and OSHA 10.

What are some job titles related to machine operators?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to machine operators include: operator, battery technician and laser machine operator.

What level of education is common for a machine operator?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a machine operator in Charleston, WV, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a machine operator?

Most machine operators have 10 years of professional experience.

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